GRE Word List
ELLIPTICAL
elliptic; oval; of an ellipse; containing an ellipsis; ambiguous either purposely or because key words have been left out
The meaning of the word elliptical is elliptic; oval; of an ellipse; containing an ellipsis; ambiguous either purposely or because key words have been left out.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| submerge | place under water; dip; go under water; cover completely (as with water); Ex. submerged in work |
| viscous | (of a liquid) thick and sticky; gluey; viscid; CF. consistency |
| brevity | conciseness; shortness of duration |
| warble | (of a bird) sing; babble; N. |
| repertoire | list of works of music, drama, etc., a performer is prepared to present; CF. repertory |
| condescend | (derog.) bestow courtesies with a superior air; descend to the level of one considered inferior |
| aptitude | fitness; talent |
| macerate | soften by soaking in liquid; waste away; Ex. macerate powdered wood to make paper |
| jetsam | things thrown from a ship (to lighten the ship) |
| provision | act of providing; something provided; preparatory measure; provisions: necessary supplies (esp. food); stipulation; condition in an agreement; Ex. According to the provisions of the agreement |